Conversations about money often come with pressure. People worry about getting it wrong, asking the wrong question, or not fully understanding what’s being explained. In those moments, clarity and trust matter just as much as expertise. In this episode of the Body Talk podcast, Alina is joined by Chenji Meng, Wealth Manager at Hymans Robertson Personal Wealth, to explore the role of trust and clear communication in the financial world. Chenji describes his work as financial therapy, focusing ...
Jan 20
33 min
Have you ever wondered what it’s like to navigate the fast-paced world of film production? In this episode of the Body Talk Podcast, Alina chats with Chevonne O’Shaughnessy, a film producer and co-founder of American Cinema International, to explore her fascinating career in the industry. Chevonne shares how an unexpected turn in her life led her into the film world, starting from scratch and learning the ropes as she went. From building strong relationships to mastering negotiation skills, s...
Feb 3, 2025
29 min
The BBC series The Traitors is the ultimate murder/mystery game which has gripped audiences not just here in the UK but around the world. The show follows a group of strangers who are brought together to compete in a series of challenges. But what they don't know is that some of them have been chosen as traitors by the producers, and their task is to deceive and sabotage the others without getting caught. The remaining contestants must work together to uncover the traitors and eliminate them...
Jan 23, 2024
52 min
In this episode of the Body Talk podcast, we're talking about resilience, storytelling, and creative peacebuilding with a remarkable guest. Honey Al Sayed founded Honey&, a leading agency focused on human development and the visionary behind MAP – Media and Arts for Peace. Honey presented "Good Morning Syria" for seven years, captivating over 7 million listeners. But her path hasn't always been smooth. Displaced by war multiple times, Honey's journey is marked by resilience, determinatio...
Sep 15, 2023
44 min
Do you ever feel tense and anxious when an important or difficult conversation arises? Do you then find it hard to express your thoughts and feelings? If this sounds familiar, Talib Fisher’s insights on working through conflict can help you understand how to approach disagreements and conflict at work and in your personal life. Talib is a therapist specialising in relational and trauma resolutions. In this episode of the Body Talk podcast, he shares his experiences of integrating under...
Aug 11, 2023
42 min
This episode of the Body Talk podcast is all about the power of your voice and how it can make or break your message. We've all experienced those moments when someone walks into a room and effortlessly captures everyone's attention with their voice. But how do they do it? And why do some people struggle to get their message across, even if they're saying all the right things? To answer these questions, Alina spoke to voice expert Emmanuella Grace. Emmanuella has a background in performance a...
May 2, 2023
36 min
Here’s a special episode in our podcast series where the founder of Body Talk and this podcast series, Richard Newman, chats to Alina about his new book – Lift Your Impact! Richard has been running his own LIFT podcast alongside this series for well over a year and, at the same time, has been working on the book to support it. LIFT is all about getting yourself in a great place so you can lift yourself and others. The book is aimed at people from all walks of life who want to live a more p...
Mar 13, 2023
41 min
Is 2023 the year you look to gain a promotion or find a new role? Perhaps you've been putting off that discussion about a salary increase. All of these situations require you to be at the top of your communication game because we all know interviews and salary negotiations can be a little uncomfortable and sometimes intimidating. Someone who has a wealth of insight into these areas is Don Gatewood. Don has led several non-profit initiatives in Detroit and Washington DC over the last 2...
Dec 12, 2022
38 min
In this episode of the Body Talk podcast, we’re talking about leadership and ways that you can flourish in a senior role and inspire your team. For anyone who is on the leadership path or has been on that journey, we know it’s tough. There are constant hurdles to overcome, not least from the pressures we put on ourselves. Susan Brady is the Deloitte Ellen Gabriel Chair for Women and Leadership at Simmons University in Boston and the first Chief Executive Officer of The Simmons University In...
Nov 7, 2022
34 min
There's lots of talk these days about neurodiversity, and for good reason. As our understanding of the brain grows, we're beginning to see just how complex and varied it can be. But what does that mean for the workplace? How can businesses embrace neurodiversity and create an environment where everyone can thrive? Neurodiversity is the term used to describe the natural diversity of brain function and wiring. It includes conditions like ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, and dyslexia. Many busine...
Oct 20, 2022
49 min
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